Nebraska is home to a growing number of people from the Middle East. In recent years, the largest share have come from Iraq. But the first wave, from Lebanon, came more than a century ago. And their story still resonates today.On a quiet... more››

Among the many groups who have immigrated to Nebraska, one of the fastest-growing is people from the Middle East. Here, we take a look at who some of these people are, and why they’re coming.On a recent Friday afternoon, about a hundred people... more››

The largest generational transfer of wealth in modern times is expected to happen in the next 10 years and rural foundations in states like Iowa and Nebraska are working hard to retain at least a bit of those hundreds of millions of dollars.It’s a... more››

In the last year, solar power has taken off across Nebraska. Communities around the state have invested in small projects to help diversify their electricity sources and offer renewable energy alternatives to residents.On the east side of the city... more››

According to the Migration Policy Institute, Nebraska’s immigrant population grew 172 percent between 1998 and 2008. There are more than 22,000 English language learner (ELL) students currently enrolled in public schools across the state. In a... more››

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Yazidis from Iraq Find Welcome Refuge in Nebraska

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Several thousand Yazidi refugees have made Lincoln their new home after being forced to leave Iraq because of religious and ethnic persecution. They’ve come to Nebraska because of welcoming people and low unemployment.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author T.J. Stiles delivered the 2017 Governor’s Lecture in the Humanities on October 3rd at the Holland Performing Arts Center in Omaha. He spoke about Nebraska’s pivotal role in shaping our nation.